Seven Donegal businesses have been named as finalists in the forthcoming Good Food Ireland® Awards.
The prestigious awards in association with FBD Insurance are the only cross-sector, food and drink awards that champion those who uphold Ireland’s culinary excellence, celebrate local provenance and honour sustainable practices.
Taking place on Monday, 10th November 2025, at Host Partner venue The K Club in Kildare, the following Donegal businesses have been shortlisted:
Crolly Distillery – Food Tourism Experience of the Year and Drinks Producer of the Year
Rathmullan House – Culinary Haven of the Year
The Bakery Shack Rossnowlagh – Bakery & Chocolate Producer
Breac House – Food Lovers Choice Award – Wild Atlantic Way
The Lemon Tree Restaurant – Restaurant of the Year
The Blue Goat Ramelton (Pictured above) – Shop of the Year
The Yellow Pepper Restaurant – Wine List of the Year
The Good Food Ireland® Awards are judged by an independent panel of Irish and international experts through onsite mystery inspections and detailed assessments. These experts shortlist nominees and select winners based on strict criteria, which includes local sourcing, Irish provenance, and sustainability.
Commenting on the awards, Margaret Jeffares, Founder of Good Food Ireland®, said: “Good Food Ireland® was born from a desire to celebrate Ireland’s world-class food, drink and farming champions. Many years later, our awards are now recognised as the pinnacle of excellence in food, drink and tourism experience, recognising those businesses who play a vital role in the entire Irish food ecosystem, one that fosters local pride and drives international tourism.
“From food and drink producers and regenerative farmers to chefs and tourism destinations, we were delighted to have received an incredibly high calibre of entries from Co. Donegal.
“This year’s awards’ theme is ‘Rooted in Taste. Backed by Trust’ and each of our finalists truly embodies this sentiment. I would like to congratulate them on already being amongst the best culinary experiences in Ireland, and wish each of our finalists well for the awards event.”
Seven Donegal businesses make final of Good Food Ireland Awards was last modified: October 9th, 2025 by Contributor
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